Hi John,

Today is the 107th celebration of Veterans Day in the United States. Use your classroom to commemorate all the men and women who dedicated their lives to the safety of our country through curated BRI resources in our Veteran's Day playlist.

The American Revolution

Highlight veteran figures from the American Revolution in our Battle of Bunker Hill A250 Mini Documentary . Trace the events and people of that fateful day at Bunker Hill and its place in the broader struggle for American independence.

The video uncovers secret intelligence networks, last-minute reinforcements, the smoldering of Charlestown, and the rise of George Washington as commander of a newly-formed Continental Army.

The Civil War

Study the courage of Colonel Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain during the Battle of Gettysburg using our Fix Bayonets! Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain’s Courage at Gettysburg lesson.

The lesson explores the Colonel's role in the Battle of Gettysburg, his actions on July 2, 1863 on Little Round Top, and the importance of Little Round Top to the Union army. By the end of the lesson, students should understand how they can mirror the courage of Colonel Chamberlain in their own lives.

The Civil War

Capture the tense hours before the first day of Operation Overlord in our D-Day A250 Mini Documentary . Learn the words General Dwight D. Eisenhower prepared in case of failure and the feelings of young paratroopers hours before they jumped into enemy territory.

Discover how Supreme Allied Commander Dwight D. Eisenhower demonstrated civic virtue through humility, moderation, and responsibility.

Special for this school year! BRI is partnering with iCivics to host the Civic Star Challenge . This contest rewards K-12 teachers and classrooms for any classroom activity that references themes from the Declaration of Independence in American history for an opportunity win over 400 incredible prizes!

After you use any Veteran's Day resource, log your class time in the Civic Star Challenge portal. Add your name to the thousands of educators around the country who are proudly teaching Civics this school year!

Log Your Activities!

BRI's Student Fellowship is a 6-month educational program that helps high school students develop as leaders and develop civics and leadership skills. Applications are open now to 15-18-year-old’s who are currently high school juniors or seniors (or equivalent).

Twenty students are selected for the program, meet twice a month for 90-minute sessions, and are invited for a week-long capstone experience in Philadelphia, PA.

Share the Application

MyImpact Challenge!

BRI's MyImpact Challenge is our national civic engagement contest that highlights students who are actively engaged in service, volunteerism, or entrepreneurship within their communities. Educators can help students engage in practical applications of concepts discussed in class with our Founding principles and virtues, to enhance their understanding and appreciation of civic engagement.

The contest is open to U.S. citizens and U.S.-based young people between the ages of 13-19. Students with an active project that demonstrates their impact can enter and:

Win up to $10,000,
Boost college applications and resumes,
Secure funding to further innovative projects,
Be recognized in the community,
and connect with other young changemakers.

Share the Application

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Hi John,

This year, we have a once-in-a-teaching-lifetime opportunity to share the story of the Declaration of Independence in preparation for America's 250th anniversary! As you cover our story of American history in your social studies classroom, refer to our A250 Mini Documentaries.

Each mini documentary highlights the people that help shape our American story. Check back each month, as a new video is uploaded to continue the retelling of 250 years of American history. Enjoy our latest mini-documentary, the Battle of Antietam in your classroom this month!

In addition to hundreds of lessons and classroom-ready activities, we also maintain a Current Events page . Our team searches for recent news articles that explore relevant themes and connect those articles to our resources.

Warmly,

Laura Vlk
Director, Educator Engagement
Bill of Rights Institute

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